There is no doubting that the last few years have given many the opportunity to enjoy their own company. This may have been the time in life to stop and take stock – perhaps to read that book, or even learn a new skill. For me, I set about servicing our sewing machine...
Retford Ladies Probus Club began their February meeting with the AGM after which outgoing president Judith Goodall handed the reins to incoming president Angela Haynes. This was followed by David Ingleby’s talk on the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC). The...
Join Rotherham Probus Club at their meeting on 7th February, when Mike Ogden presents ‘The Bloodline’. Discover how King Alfred’s seed has passed through 39 generations in 12 centuries to the modern Royal family. You will encounter many kings and queens in this talk,...
On 9th November Retford Ladies Probus Club members attended their Annual Luncheon at Ye Olde Bell Hotel where, after an enjoyable meal they were entertained by harpist Lucy Nolan. Then in December they enjoyed a ‘Festive Fun’ meeting, when members participated in a...
It was another ‘away day’ for Retford Men’s Probus Club when they met for an extraordinary meeting on Friday 11th November. The venue on this occasion was the British Horological Institute, Upton Hall – often called the Museum of Timekeeping. Host and guide for the...
Retford Men’s Probus Club’s monthly meeting on Friday 21st October was an Away Day, which the group enjoys every now and then! This outing was no exception at The Trolley Bus Museum based at Sandtoft near Doncaster. Enthusiastic staff were on hand to offer a warm...
